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RadioPRO Radio Replacement Interface for Select General Motors Vehicles

$289.00 RP5-GM31

Radio Replacement Interface with Built-In OnStar® Retention, Pre-Programmed Steering Wheel Control Retention and Navigation Outputs

Compatibility Notes (Black Box Modules only)

  • 2012-2014 Avalanche, Sierra, Silverado Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon: vehicles equipped with a navigation radio are not compatible. These vehicles must use the RP5-GM32
  • 2014+ Silverado and Sierra: Only compatible with 2500 & 3500 series trucks with non-navigation radios. 1500 series must use the RP5-GM51. 2500 & 3500 series trucks with navigation radios must use the RP5-GM32
  • In Premium Amplified Systems there will be no fading capability of the aftermarket stereo.
  • Chevrolet Express vans & GMC Savannah vans equipped with diesel engines are not compatible
  • Does not retain factory XM Tuner
  • Does not retain escalating tones of parking sensor proximity
  • Does not retain lane departure or forward collision warning tones


Compatibility Notes (Blue Box Modules only)

  • 2012-2014 Avalanche, Sierra, Silverado Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon: vehicles equipped with a navigation radio are not compatible. These vehicles must use the RP5-GM32
  • 2014+ Silverado and Sierra: Only compatible with 2500 & 3500 series trucks with non-navigation radios. 1500 series must use the RP5-GM51. 2500 & 3500 series trucks with navigation radios must use the RP5-GM32
  • In Premium Amplified Systems there will be no fading capability of the aftermarket stereo.
  • Chevrolet Express vans & GMC Savannah vans equipped with diesel engines are not compatible
  • In order to retain the factory XM tuner the aftermarket head unit MUST be equipped with an auxiliary input
  • In order to retain the factory XM tuner the vehicle must be equipped with steering wheel controls and a driver information center
  • Sony Bluetooth SWC commands are only supported with revision 1.6.6.14 or higher
  • Does not retain escalating tones of parking sensor proximity
  • Does not retain lane departure or forward collision warning tones

RP5-GM31

RadioPRO Radio Replacement Interface for Select General Motors Vehicles

***THESE INSTRUCTIONS APPLY TO BLUE MODULES ONLY! IF YOU HAVE A BLACK MODULE THEN THERE ARE NO FIRMWARE UPDATES AT THIS TIME.***

Installation Instructions

It is VERY important that you use the latest version of Interface Updater. Not doing so may damage the interfaces software. 

Detailed Instructions

  • If this is the first time, download and install "PAC-UP Interface Updater". This will install the necessary software to update the firmware on the RP Interface. This can be found at in the "Download" tab at the very bottom of the firmware list on this page.
  • Download the firmware file to a location on your computer that you can easily find.
  • Open the Interface Updater Program by going to Start >All Programs >AAMP of America > Interface Updater.
  • Connect the PAC-UP to the computer using supplied USB cable. Connect the PAC-UP to the RP Interface.
  • Click the "Connect" button to establish connection between the PAC-UP and the computer. The "Connected" check box will be checked if successful. If unsuccessful, disconnect the PAC-UP from the computer, restart the software, then reconnect the PAC-UP and try again.
  • Select your RP Interface from the "Interface select" pull down menu.
  • Click "Update firmware". The new firmware can be found where you saved it before beginning.
  • Once the files are chosen the update will begin. When successful it will show the text "End Update".

IMPORTANT: It is very important that the second from last digit of the revision number on your module matches the second from last digit of the new firmware file revision number. If your numbers do not match, please contact our tech support department.

  • Firmware Download, Version 6.2.5.1 (Released on May 30th, 2023)
    Release Notes

    ***No download available, hardware update only***

    • Minor hardware change. No user functionality affected.
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 5.7.4.1 (Released on March 1st, 2022)
    Release Notes

    ***No download available, hardware update only***

    • Changed RP5-GM31 to new hardware platform (black housing). Includes the following improvements:
      • 10a Accessory Output through onboard relay
      • Direct USB connectivity
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 4.6.7.19 (Released on July 1st, 2019)
    Release Notes

    ***No download available, harness update only***

    • Changed RP5RADPWRAUDIO-HAR to GM-RAD-HAR. Harness includes the following updates:
      • Shortened chime cable
      • Removed blue power antenna input
      • Extended harness length by 2"
      • Removed constant 12v and ground connections from relay to module


    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 3.6.7.19 (Released on June 1st, 2019)
    Release Notes

    ***No download available, harness update only***

    • RP5RADPWRAUDIO-HAR modification to fix accessory drop out issue
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 2.6.7.19 (Released on October 16th, 2018)
    Release Notes
    • Updated available SWC functions for aftermarket radios
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 2.6.7.17 (Released on September 27th, 2017)
    Release Notes
    • Updated OS-GMLAN29 harness to include independent leads for 12v and ground


    ***No download available, harness modification only***

    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.6.7.17 (Released on June 1st, 2016)
    Release Notes
    • Fixed Aftermarket mode for SWC programming
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.6.6.16 (Released on February 13th, 2015)
    Release Notes
    • Separates Sony & Pioneer SWC commands
    • Adds Alpine VR command
    • Fixes LED problem when using SWC
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.4.4a.4m (Released on April 17th, 2013)
    Release Notes
    • Fixes issues seen with interface shutting down every 10 minutes due to OnStar update
    • Fixes issues seen with SWC when used with new Alpine & JVC head units
    • Adds new Kenwood Bluetooth function support for SWC
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.4.4c (Released on January 30th, 2013)
    Release Notes
    • Fixes issues seen with SWC when vehicle is moving
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.4.4 (Released on December 18th, 2012)
    Release Notes
    • Improves chime tone and reliability of default SWC programming
    Download
  • Firmware Download, Version 1.4.3g (Released on November 30th, 2012)
    Release Notes
    • Initial release
    Download
  • Utility/Other, Version 2.6 (Released on July 21st, 2017)
    Release Notes
    PAC-UP Interface Updater
    Download

Patent # 8,014,540 & 8,184,825

An all-in-one radio replacement and SWC interface, the innovative RadioPRO5 comes
pre-loaded with OnStar retention, amplifier retention, SWC software, navigation-based output signals, and other features that save time and money during installation.

KEY FEATURES

  • Compatible with all factory systems amplifier or nonamplified 
  • Retains factory Bose and premium Bose audio systems
  • USB updatable 
  • Chime through CMX module or Y91 / UQA amplifier 
  • Retained accessory power output (RAP)
  • Improved accessory output circuit (10A)
  • Reverse wire output
  • VSS (Vehicle Speed Sense) output
  • Illumination output and parking brake output
  • Retains OnStar® functions when the factory radio is replaced
  • Retains steering wheel controls
  • Retains rear seat audio controls
  • Retains all warning chimes, including back-up sensors/park assist
  • Retains reverse camera signal
  • Retention of rear-seat entertainment requires GMRVD
  • Includes antenna adapter
RP5-GM31 Instruction Manual
*** Applies to rev 5.7.4.1 or higher (black box) only!***
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RP5-GM31 Instruction Manual
Rev. 4 ***These instructions only apply to rev 2.6.6.19***
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RP5-GM31 Instruction Manual
Rev. 092617 ***These instructions only apply to rev 2.6.6.17***
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RP5-GM31 Instruction Manual
Rev. 022516 ***These instructions only apply to rev 1.6.6.17 or lower***
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Loss of Accessory Power
Tech bulletin for no accessory power output - Bypassing the module with the speaker wires. This tech brief only applies to modules that are blue.
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