DICE interface for iPod for selected Mazda vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual
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Table of contents Copyrights and trademarks Icon legends Warranty and safety Product registration Supported iPod models iPod hierarchy Charging 3 3 4 5 6 7 7 Mazda-CDC integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation iPod audio source Controls in CDC emulation Browsing function in CDC emulation 8-16 9 10 11 12 15 15 16 Mazda-SAT integration kit Integration kit contents DIP switches DIP switch settings Installation 17-28 18 19 20 21 iPod audio source Controls in SA
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.
Mazda CDC - 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 Mazda 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" (works as described on pg.16) (iPod controls are functional) Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF It is best selected when controls from the radio are preffered. Use this mode to browse within the contents of the iPod by category as described on pg.
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 and access radio/center console. 2 Disconnect both battery terminals.
5 - Connect vehicle specific harness -You can access the CD changer/SAT port located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Mazda-R2 connector into the receptacle. Plug the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock.
6 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 7 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 8 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 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, Track1), use the Seek track button to select next/previous Song.
Browsing function - in CDC emulation After connecting the iPod and selecting the iPod audio source, use the desired Mode by selecting DISC 1-4. Change Track by pressing the Seek/Track button. Text display is not supported, however recent iPod firmware upgrades show the Title/Artist information of the currently played song. Alternately, you may select iPod mode (p.11).
Mazda SAT - 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 Mazda vehicles Installation Guide/User Manual 18
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 2 ON/OFF Switch Positions "Car Config. "iPod Config.
Dip switch settings Car configuration switches iPod configuration switches Settings Settings Single text fields Dual text fields "Locked" "iPod" (recommended for Non-Nav radios) (recommended for Nav radios) (recommended in SAT emulation) (recommended in CDC emulation) Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 Dip switch 1 Dip switch 2 OFF OFF This is the recommended setting for Non-Nav radios.
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 and access radio/center console. 2 Disconnect both battery terminals.
5 - Connect vehicle specific harness -You can access the CD changer/SAT port located on the back of the radio. Unplug the factory connection if present and plug the Mazda-R2 connector into the receptacle. Plug the factory connection to the cable receptacle if it was removed from the radio. The connector should securely lock. Mazda-R2 connector factory radio harness connection NOTE: factory SAT tuner must be disconnected if present.
6 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 7 Verify that all connections have been properly made. 8 Reconnect the car's battery. Test the unit before seating the cables and reinstalling the panels/trim.
Controls in SAT emulation Press the SAT button to access the interface and its features. When the iPod integration is accessed for the first time, the radio will display "UPDATING" for about one minute. The audio source should be set to iPod.
Viewing the text fields The Text field on the radio's display is capable of displaying Channel number, Channel name, CAT name, Title and Name: CD IN Channel number 015 1.
Selecting Modes Browsing functions allow browsing songs by Track, Playlist, Artist or Album. They also allow changing iPod/AUX source. To change between modes, double click the TRACK/SEEK button. CD IN 1:46 SR1 TRACK Track CD IN 1:46 SR1 PLAYLIST Playlist Artist CD IN TRACK SEEK APC 1:46 SR1 Artist CD IN Album 1:46 SR1 Album Source 1:46 SR1 SOURCE Ver./Text Settings 1:46 SR1 FW 1.
Browsing in Modes Once a mode has been selected, use the Track/Seek button to select the next item within that mode. The example below shows how to browse Artists within the ARTIST mode. NOTE: If nothing is pressed for 30 seconds, browsing function returns to Track mode. To avoid mode switching, please wait until the TITLE is shown before pressing next/previous again.
Text scroll settings Text scrolling will work in two different ways, depending on the car configuration dip switch settings. If the car configuration switch was set to the OFF/OFF position, the radio will always auto-scroll 8 characters. Turning the text button has no effect. If the car configuration switch was set to the ON/OFF position, there is an option to select between 8 character auto-scroll and 29 character manual-scroll text display settings.
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 the SOURCE function and press the next track to toggle between SEL:AUX and SEL: IPOD .
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 the interface. Solution Check DIP switch settings (refer to p.11). With the ignition OFF disconnect vehicle harness from module for a few seconds and reconnect. Verify that the correct button is used to access the interface. 2004 Mazda6 may require radio modification to accept external CD changer connection. No audio from iPod source. Reset the iPod. Verify proper connection to iPod/interface. Radio/ steering wheel controls do not operate iPod.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution iPod does not charge. Check all connections. Reset iPod and make sure 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. (Refer to AUX settings on p.30) No text display. Make sure DIP switch settings are correctly set for text display. (Refer to pp.11, 20 for dip switch settings.
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