DICE interface for iPod for selected Honda/Acura vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual
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Table of contents Copyrights and trademarks Icon legends Warning and safety Product registration Supported iPod models iPod hierarchy Charging 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 Honda R2 integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Operating modes 8-16 9 10 11 12 15 15 16 Honda R3/R4 integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation 17-30 18 19 20 21 iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Browsin
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.
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.
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 a 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.
Honda R2 integration kit
Integration kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1 Vehicle specific harness (R2) 1 iPod docking cable 1 User manual DICE interface for iPod for selected Honda/Acura vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual 9
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 iPod configuration switches Car configuration switches Settings Settings CD changer (CDC) Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF Switches should remain in the default OFF position. OFF OFF "Locked" "iPod" Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF It is best selected when Text display is supported by the radio. After connecting the iPod you will see the DICE logo on the screen.
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 console or under the front seat. 1 Pull vehicle into service bay. 2 Make sure that the radio code is available before disconnecting battery. Disconnect both battery terminals.
4 You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio. If the factory CD changer is connected, unplug it and plug the vehicle specific cable into the receptacle. The connector should securely lock. Honda R2 BUS connector Reconnect all the other harnesses as they were if removed. External CD changer cannot be used together with the integration kit.
5 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod docking cable to the DICE module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables. receptacle 1/8" iPod AUX dock input cable input vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable receptacle vehicle specific connector 6 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 7 Reconnect the car's battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Press the CD/CDC button to access the interface and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present (internal CD if present, followed by external) in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (DISC 5, Track 1), use the Track button to select next/previous Song. Source selector AM FM Press to change Track, press and hold it to RW or FFW.
Operating modes After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by selecting the appropriate DISC. To change Track press the Seek button. The illustration below shows operation with default dip switch settings. When dip switches are set to "iPod" mode, only Track and Audio source modes are available.
Honda R3/R4 integration kit
Integration kit contents 1 Vehicle specific interface unit 1Vehicle specific harness (R3 or R4) 1 iPod docking cable 1 User manual or DICE interface for iPod for selected Honda/Acura vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual R3 harness (regular harness that is used for non-nav Honda/Acura and disables XM (if equipped)) 18 R4 harness (Y-harness required for navigationequipped Honda/Acura and/or to retain factory XM)
Dip switches The configuration switches located on the module are used to configure the operation of the interface by the installer. Incorrect dip switch settings may cause the interface not to work properly or not to operate at all. Disconnect 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 2 ON/OFF Switch Positions "Car Config. "iPod Config.
Dip switch settings Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Settings Settings CD changer (CDC) Satellite (SAT) Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF Recommended for radios NOT supporting Satellite (XM) or if factory SAT is installed and user wishes to retain it. OFF ON ON Recommended for Satellite (XM) capable radios. This type of emulation provides full Text display on the radio.
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 the glove box, consoles or under the front seats. 1 Pull vehicle into service bay. 2 Make sure that the radio code is available before disconnecting battery. Disconnect both battery terminals.
4 You can access the CD changer connector located on the back of the radio.* Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Honda R4 BUS connector into the receptacle. Connect the factory plug to the cable receptacle. Make sure to unplug the factory XM radio tuner located in the trunk area if SAT emulation is selected! The connector should securely lock.
5 Connect the vehicle specific connector and the iPod dock cable to the DICE iPod module. Apply cable ties to secure the cables. receptacle 1/8" iPod AUX dock input cable input vehicle specific connector iPod docking cable receptacle vehicle specific connector 6 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 7 Reconnect the car's battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Press the CD/CDC button to access the interface and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present (internal CD, followed by external) in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (DISC 5, Track1), use the Seek button to select next/previous Song. Press to change DISC. Source selector 1 Press to change Track. CDC DISC TRACK A.
DICE Silverline browsing function - in CDC emulation The DICE Silverline integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired browsing mode by selecting the appropriate DISC. Press the Seek button repeatedly to browse contents; 1 second after releasing the button, your selection is executed. When dip switches are set to "iPod" mode, only Track and Audio source modes are available.
Controls in SAT emulation Press the SAT button to access the interface and its features. Pressing this button repeatedly will cycle through sources present in your vehicle. When the iPod audio source is active (Preset 5, Channel 1), use the Tune button to select next/previous Song. Toggle between available Text fields. Use Presets to change modes. Source selector AM/FM RPT E DISP - MOD 11:53 CH CD/AUX SAT RADIO A.
Example: Honda/Acura radio with Navigation AUTO XM-1 AUTO VOL CH OFF : : : : CHANNEL CATEGORY NAME TITLE MODE 1 001 - DICE DICE SEL IPOD 2 CH 6 CH MODE MAP/ GUIDE Source selector CH SCAN MENU Use Presets to change modes. SOUND SETUP INFO ZOOM CANCEL AUDIO LOAD VOL PWR PUSH DISC TAPE SCAN Press to enable Shuffle Song. CH 5 CH DUAL A/C 3 CH 4 MODE 1 RPT A.SEL/RDM - SEEK 3 4 PUSH Turn to change Track.
Text display fields - SAT emulation, Non-Navigation radios Press the DISP-MODE button to cycle through the available Text fields. Note that the display will automatically toggle between the other Text fields upon a channel change. Select the "- NAME -" Text field to see the mode you are in and select the "- TITLE -" Text field to view what is playing.
DICE Silverline browsing function - SAT emulation The DICE Silverline integration kit features content browsing. After connecting the iPod, select the desired mode by pressing Presets 1-6. To change Track press or turn the Tune button repeatedly; 1 second after releasing the button, your selection is executed. The browsing function below is illustrated in the "- TITLE -" text field.
Scrolling feature - in SAT emulation, PRESET 6 To set and change scrolling feature go to Preset 6, press the DISP-MODE button repeatedly until you reach the "- TITLE -" text field. Change options by pressing or turning the Tune button. After setting the desired feature turn off the ignition for at least 50 seconds to engage the new selection. SHORT SCROLL ... 6 RPT DISP - MODE - title - 2 sec. SHORt stat TUNE or LONG STAT. ...
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 audio source setting 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. Cannot select SAT source. Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod. Solution Check DIP switch settings (refer to pp.11,20). With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for a few seconds and reconnect. Check DIP switch settings (refer to pp.11,20). With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for a few seconds and reconnect. Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed.
Troubleshooting Problem No audio from iPod source. Solution Reset the iPod. Certain fields are not displayed on the radio. You may have to toggle between the Text fields with the DISP button. iPod does not display the DICE logo when connected. Reset iPod and make sure most recent iPod firmware is installed. Make sure all cables are connected properly. Note that iTouch does not display the logo. Sound of factory installed satellite radio is bleeding The factory XM module must be disconnected.
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