Component Description: APIM

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The APIM can be operated with the ignition in RUN, ACC, or OFF.

The APIM receives stereo and mono inputs. Stereo inputs include audio from the USB port and audio input jack, as well as music from a connected Bluetooth device. Mono inputs include inputs from the SYNC® microphone and audio from the outside device during a phone call.

The APIM sends stereo and mono audio signals to the ACM as fluctuating AC voltage. Stereo outputs include audio from the USB port and audio input jack, as well as music from a connected Bluetooth device. Mono outputs include voice or tone prompts, ringtones, audio from the outside device during a phone call, and audio from the TTS feature.

The TTS feature minimizes driver distraction by speaking certain text information so it does not have to be read from the centerstack infotainment display and/or device while driving.

The ringtone alerts the driver to an incoming call.

The APIM consists of 2 internal modules: the CIP and the VIP. The modules are not replaceable individually, but can be flashed independently if required.

The CIP interfaces with all of the inputs to the APIM. It contains an analog-to-digital-to-analog converter, as well as the Bluetooth chipset. Any Application upgrades that are available to the consumer are loaded directly to the CIP through the USB port.

The VIP provides an interface between the CIP and the vehicle. Its main functions are controlling the APIM power management and translating inbound and outbound CAN signals. In addition, the VIP queries the modules on the network to retrieve any DTCs when a vehicle health report is requested.

The APIM requires programming when it is replaced.