Honda – Acura iPod / MP3 Interface Review USA Spec PA15-HON2 PA11-HON
by Nick Mack ~ January 7th, 2009. Filed under: MP3 - iPod Interfacing, Product Reviews.
USA Spec makes two iPod interfaces for Honda vehicles. The PA15-Hon2 and the PA11-Hon. The PA15-Hon2 is designed for 2003 and up Honda and Acuras. The PA11-Hon is designed for 1994 to 2005 Hondas and Acuras.
Here is a list of compatible vehicles:
PA15-Hon2
2003-2009 Honda Accord iPod / MP3 Interface
2006-2009 Honda Civic iPod / MP3 Interface
2005-2009 Honda CRV iPod / MP3 Interface
2005-2009 Honda Odyssey iPod / MP3 Interface
2003-2009 Honda Element iPod / MP3 Interface
2008-2009 Honda Fit iPod / MP3 Interface
2006-2009 Honda Pilot iPod / MP3 Interface
2006-2009 Honda Ridgeline iPod / MP3 Interface
2004-2009 Honda S2000 iPod / MP3 Interface
2005 – 2007 Acura RL iPod / MP3 Interface
2004 – 2009 Acura TL iPod / MP3 Interface
2007-2009 Acura RDX iPod / MP3 Interface
2005 – 2008 Acura MDX iPod / MP3 Interface
2004 – 2008 Acura TSX iPod / MP3 Interface
PA11-Hon
2003 – 2008 Honda Element LX iPod / MP3 Interface
1994 – 2003 Honda Accord iPod / MP3 Interface
1994 – 2005 Honda Civic iPod / MP3 Interface
1995 – 2004 Honda CRV iPod / MP3 Interface
1995 – 2004 Honda Odyssey iPod / MP3 Interface
1995 – 2004 Honda Prelude iPod / MP3 Interface
2003 – 2005 Honda Pilot iPod / MP3 Interface
2004 – 2007 Honda S2000 iPod / MP3 Interface
1992 – 2001 Acura Integra iPod / MP3 Interface
1991 – 1997 Acura Legend iPod / MP3 Interface
1991 – 1997 Acura Vigor iPod / MP3 Interface
2002 – 2004 Acura MDX iPod / MP3 Interface
2001 – 2003 Acura TL iPod / MP3 Interface
2002 – 2006 Acura RSX iPod / MP3 Interface
· PA15 HON2 replaces PA11HON2Y and is compatible with all Honda and Most Acura
radios that have satellite radio, In-dash 6 disc changers, MP3 player, Navigation Units,
and Rear seat Entertainment. Same applications as PA11HON2Y plus adds Text and
New 3G Cable
· For older model Acura/Honda Vehicles, please use the PA11-HON. The 3G cable is sold separately.
From an installers point of view, it couldn’t be easier. The instructions are easy to follow. It is completely “Plug and Play” and Installation in most of the vehicles takes less then 30 minutes. Once installed it has very good functionality. You can choose from two modes, Direct Mode and Hybrid Mode. Plus it also has a RCA style AUX input for another MP3 player or video input.
Direct Mode gives you complete control of your entire iPod while it is connected to the factory radio. The iPod is not locked out while connected to the radio you are able to manually access your complete iPod content. The radio still can adjust song up/down random or shuffle play, but you can manually control your iPod and select any playlist, genre or Artist of your choice.
Hybrid Mode allows you to create up to 5 favorite mobile playlist then use the radio’s CD changer controls to access and control your playlist. If no play list is created, the interface auto selects first 5 playlists on iPod. Create and access your favorite mobile playlist or directly access all your iPod’s content manually on your iPod. iPod displays song title information and iPod is not locked, so the iPod can be operated manually at all times.
The USA Spec Honda/Acura interfaces are great products. They allow control of your iPod from the factory radio, as well as control from the iPod. Plus, they are compatible with most factory satellite radios and cd changers. I have installed many of these interfaces in many different Honda/Acuras with good results. Since they allow direct control from the iPod, you can access your whole iPod no matter how many songs you have.
To purchase the PA15-Hon2 from Amazon Click Here
To purchase the PA11-Hon from Amazon Click Here
