DICE interface for iPod for selected BMW/Mini Cooper vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual
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Table of contents Copyrights and trademarks Icon legends Warning and safety Product registration Integration kit contents Supported iPod models DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation DSP installation iPod audio source Text display settings Charging iPod hierarchy Operating the interface Browsing function Auxiliary audio source Troubleshooting Disclaimer and warranty Icon legends 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 14 15 15 16 18 19 21 23 Turn jog dial Turn jog dial repeatedly Press button Press button repeate
Warning and safety! Please read these instructions carefully before proceeding. Failure to follow instructions may result in improper operation or injury. Neither DICE Electronics, LLC. nor Apple Inc., its regional offices, distributors or resellers take any responsibility for any damage or injury as a result of using the integration kit. - Do not open, disassemble or alter the interface in any way. - Do not insert anything into the casing.
Congratulations on your purchase Thank you for purchasing the DICE integration kit for iPod. Please review our user manual and installation guide before operating the unit. This interface was designed and manufactured to seamlessly integrate with your vehicle's factory entertainment system. Product registration In order to validate your warranty period and to receive telephone or online support, you MUST register your DICE product. To register your DICE product, please complete the following steps: 1.
Integration kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1 Vehicle specific harness 1 iPod docking cable 1 User manual DICE interface for iPod for selected BMW/Mini Cooper vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual 6
Supported iPod models and firmware version requirements FW:3.1.1 FW:1.2.1 FW:1.0.3 iPod iPod iPod classic 4th generation 20GB 40GB 4th generation color display 20GB 30GB 40GB 60GB 80GB 160GB FW:1.2.1 FW:1.4.1 iPod iPod mini 5th generation (video) 30GB 60GB 80GB 4GB 6GB FW:1.3.1 FW:1.1.3 FW:1.0.3 iPod nano 3th generation (video) 4GB 8GB FW:1.1.
Dip switches The configuration switches located on the DICE module are used to set the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the DICE interface not to work properly or not to operate at all. Disconnect the vehicle harness from module and cycle ignition off for 50 seconds after changing the switches! OFF DICE Module ON 1 ON 1 2 ON 1 2 "Car Config. "iPod Config.
Dip switch settings Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Selected emulation CD changer 1 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF Recommended for late model Business CD and Navigation radio systems. OFF Selected emulation CD changer 2 "Locked" "iPod" Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 ON OFF This setting is to be used on early model Business CD and Business cassette head units.
Installation Installation should only be performed by a qualified professional. Beware of sharp edges to avoid injury and exercise caution when removing trims as they may break. The module should be placed at an accessible location to allow AUX cable to be connected, such as in the glove box, the center consoles, under the front seat or in the trunk. 1 Pull vehicle into service bay. 2 Open trunk and access trunk area. 3 Disconnect both battery terminals.
During installation, make sure that the 3 pin connector from the vehicle does not have a brown wire in the middle.
8 Fold down rear seats (if applicable) and route the 5m extension cable to the rear seat bottom cushion. 9 Remove bottom seat cushion by lifting up and route wiring underneath. 10 Route the remainder of the interface cable in the best possible location (e.g. under the door sill or under the drivers seat. 11 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables.
DSP integration If your vehicle has Digital Signal Processing (DSP), the purchase of a DICE DSP kit may be necessary. To see if your vehicle has DSP look for a bare metal coax cable and a 3-pin connector. If you don't find a coax cable and find a 6-pin connector along with a 3-pin connector, your vehicle doesn't need this DSP kit.
iPod audio source Text display settings Make sure to select the appropriate text display setting during the initial setup of the DICE kit. To configure text display on BMW radios, press DISC 6 then select a Track number that corresponds to the designated display: Track # Application Characters No Text All ---- 01 Radio Navigation Cluster/OBD 3-Series/Z3/Z4/X3/'04-K1200 12 02 03 05 MID Alternate Location 06 Alt Locat.
Playlist Artist Album More br owsable content By default, the interface creates a Playlist having a name that is the same as the name of the iPod. This Playlist is the very first on the list of Playlists shown while browsing in Playlist mode. This Playlist contains all the songs on the iPod. Once another Playlist is active an Artist may be selected within that Playlist using the Artist Mode. Albums by the selected Artist and within the selected Playlist may be selected in Album Mode.
Operating the interface Press the MODE button to access the DICE interface for iPod and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (DISC 5, Track 1), use the Track button to select next/previous Song. Press the MODE button to access the interface. BMW business CD radio AM CDC 1 + 1 2 Song * Artist *Album 3 4 5 6 SC MODE RND TP - Source indicator Use button 1 - 6 to change between DISC numbers.
BMW radio with Navigation INFO Use button 1 - 6 to change between DISC numbers. 1 4 2 5 Press the MODE button to access the interface. FM 3 CDC 2-01 PLAYLIST NAME * DICE * TONE SELECT 6 AM MODE MENU Press this button to change Track, press and hold it to RW or FFW. 01/02/2008 Turn the jog dial to change Track. Note that a 9 second timeout is engaged once any of the alternate display buttons are pressed.
DICE Silverline browsing function - DISCS The DICE Silverline integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by pressing the appropriate DISC button. Press or turn the Track button repeatedly to browse contents; 1 second after releasing the button, your selection is executed.
Auxiliary audio source Connections 1/8" AUX input Sleeve (Ground) Ring (Right audio) Tip (Left audio) The interface is equipped with a 1/8” AUX jack connection to connect an auxiliary device, such as an MP3 player, DVD player or other audio source. To access the AUX audio source, select DISC 5, Track 2 or Preset 5, Channel 2.
AUX Source Settings The auxiliary input has settings for gain, bass, mid and treble in order to optimize sound. Volume (Gain) should be adjusted if the audio level from the auxiliary device is too low or to high. If you hear distorted audio while playing the auxiliary device, you need to reduce (-) the gain. If you notice that the audio is too quiet then the gain setting should be increased (+). Default settings are "50" ("68" for gain) and values may be adjusted in increments between 01-99.
Troubleshooting Problem Cannot select CD changer source. Solution Check DIP switch settings (refer to p.9). With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for 50 Radio/NAV display only shows DISC and Track number, but Select DISC 5 and make sure it is set to Track 01. there is no iPod control. Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod. Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed. No text display.
Troubleshooting Problem No audio from iPod source. Solution Reset the iPod. iPod does not charge. Check all connections. See if iPod charges while connected to computer or wall charger. Music is distorted or sound level is too low. Check and make sure all EQ and BASS boost options are turned off on your iPod. Correct DIP switch settings, but still no text display. Select DISC 6 to set text output to the correct location. (Refer to p.14 for Text display settings.
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